Pasta Pomodoro

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, including liquid
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 12 fresh basil leaves, torn

Preparation

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
   
   Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until light brown, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and their juices, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, crushing the tomatoes with a wooden spoon, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Stir in the basil. Toss with the cooked pasta.